1979 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4.
Because 1996 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | CX | 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |